Click on the links to find more information for patients.
Citizens Advice Bureau
For free independent advice on financial matters and employee rights. Taken from the CAB Scotland website: ‘We work for a fairer Scotland where people are empowered and their rights respected’. Shetland ... [continue] Citizens Advice Bureau
Foodbank
Foodbank run in conjunction with the Trussell Trust. Donations can be made at Tesco, at local churches or in person (address below). Foodbank: 20A St Magnus Street, Lerwick. If you ... [continue] Foodbank
Medical education
We are an accredited practice for training GPs, and so you may be given an appointment with a trainee GP. They also have access to a supervising doctor. You may be ... [continue] Medical education
Mind your Head
Shetland charity, aiming to promote mental health positively. https://www.mindyourhead.org.uk Market House, 14 Market St, Lerwick, ZE1 0JP. (01595) 745 035 mindyourhead@shetland.org
Shetland
Shetland – general information https://www.shetland.org Shetland Islands’ Council https://www.shetland.gov.uk Shetland Times https://www.shetlandtimes.co.uk Shetland Recreational Trust (Sports & Leisure Services) https://www.srt.org.uk
Shetland Women’s Aid
Shetland Women’s Aid provides information, advice and counselling to women of all ages (including children and young people) who have been victims of physical, emotional and sexual abuse. The registered ... [continue] Shetland Women’s Aid
The Samaritans
Free helpline available to anyone feeling alone and in despair. Phone 116 123. For further details visit: https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help-you/contact-us
Date published: 8th October, 2014
Date last updated: 28th April, 2020
